Police have arrested two men who allegedly dragged a woman from her car in a town centre 'hijack'.

The incident happened at around 5.30pm in Church Square in Banbridge was described as ‘pandemonium’ by police.

Police said: “Two males dragged a woman from a car in Church Square, hijacking the vehicle and driving it up the town. In the process, they collided with several other cars, including one driven by a pregnant lady, before a final crash at the Newry Road roundabout.

"Our guys were quickly on scene, two minutes within the call coming on screen in fact, however weren’t as quick as the fastest response out there - you guys!

“The two suspects had tried to flee however were caught and restrained by brave members of the public who held them until we got there."